Auditions for Musical "The Amen Corner"
Talent needed for the upcoming theatre play "The Amen Corner". Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Additional info: Prepare to sing twelve measures of a song of your choice. Preferable a Gospel piece (But no requirement) Musical training will be an asset (But not a requirement) Singers will be asked to sing with others on callback. The Music Director will select and teach the music for call-back Actors, Please be ready to read the script. Please be prepared to stay if the director or musical director wants you to read or sing. Be Prepared to Move Please bring your headshot and performance resume, if you have them. Bring your calendar with you in order to declare any conflict dates for rehearsals. REHEARSALS Rehearsals will begin on Tuesday, November 12 to Thursday, November 14 and will generally run Sundays through Thursdays from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Not every actor and member of the congregation will be called to every single rehearsal. Directors will do their best to schedule around your availability if you give your "conflict dates" in advance. TECHNICAL REHEARSALS Technical Rehearsals are mandatory for all performers. These rehearsals are scheduled to take place: Saturday, January 4 (2:00-8:00 p.m.) Sunday, January 5 (2:00-8:00 p.m.) Monday, January 6 25 (6:00-11:00 p.m.) Tuesday, January 7 (6:00-11:00 p.m.) Wednesday, January 8 (6:00-11:00 p.m.) The Amen Corner runs for a total of 12 performances from January 9-26, 2025. Thursdays, January 9, 16, & 23: Call at 6/6:30 p.m. Show at 7:30 p.m. Fridays, January 10, 17, & 24: Call at 6/6:30 p.m. Show at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, January 11, 18, & 25: Call at 6/6:30 p.m. Show at 7:30 p.m. Sundays, January 12, 19, & 26: Call at 1/1:30 p.m. Show at 2:30 p.m. To be considered, please apply.
9 roles
Sister Margaret is pastor of a storefront church in Harlem in the 1960s. She struggles with her feelings for her husband and son, and the congregation's perception of her religious convictions
Sister Margaret's long-estranged husband who returns after many years, now ill. He claims to have changed,
Margaret's son who wants to see his father but has lost his faith and threatens to leave home.
Margaret's sister who lives with Margaret and David. She is supportive of Margaret and defends her against the criticism of the congregation.
One of the three elders of Sister Margaret's church who is instrumental in having her ousted from her position as pastor.
A troubled young woman with a sick baby. She seeks emotional and spiritual support from Sister Margaret.
One of the elders of Sister Margaret’s church. Part of Sister Moore’s “amen corner”. Married to Brother Boxer.
One of the elders of Sister Margaret’s church. Part of Sister Moore’s “amen corner. Married to Sister Boxer.
Members who makes up the amen corner in Sister Margaret’s church.
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